Base fabric: figured silk (rinzu) with an asanoha (hemp leaf) and phoenix feather motif pattern

Size style: Naga-haori

Family crests (mon) present: none

Dimensions: 46 inches (117 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and 38 inches (97 cm) in height

 This haori features a captivating design of pine trees set against a softly dyed background. The hand-painted vibrant green pines are rendered with delicate brushwork that captures the essence of these iconic Japanese trees. The branches are painted with a looser, more gestural style, suggesting the gnarled and weathered character of pine trees.

Interspersed with the pine motifs are large, abstract forms in a deep russet color. This earthy red tone creates a beautiful contrast with the green pines and peach background, resulting in a harmonious and sophisticated color palette. The pine motif is a classic element in Japanese art, evoking the sumi-e (ink wash painting) tradition. However, the soft, diffused color application and the abstract, almost cloud-like forms in the background show influences from Impressionism and potentially even hints of Abstract Expressionism in their loose, atmospheric quality.

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